The way forward at this point: Drinking, hallucinogenics, escaping or escapism.

[LeftInTX]

I see no practical way forward!

Armed resistance is always an option. But beyond that, it looks pretty hopeless to me...

All I can hope is that is gets better with time. But things are so bleak.

People cheered on Al Green, well. guess what? He's gonna likely lose his congressional seat.

I chose escapism. Which is playing word games, going for walks, spending time with family, watching netflix etc.

DC and the State of Texas are too depressing. Sure I do what I can. I testify at hearings. (over 500 of us did. Didn't do any good. Heard some of best testimony ever. GOP just ignores the VRA)

I protest. (Not much of protester because it doesn't accomplish much, except make me sweat) I keep moving.

I help with local elections and that's the only thing that seems to work. Locally, we're doing OK.

Can't afford to leave the country.

The Supreme Court and Trump's heavy hand are just too much to overcome!

I will make this suggestion: If Trump orders a census, red state Democrats should boycott it to reduce the number of electoral votes for red states.

[PJMcK]

1. Time to leave?

Move to a neutral country. Live cheaply. Keep one's head done and live discretely.

I really don't know many other solutions. Once fascism and totalitarianism are achieved, there really aren't too many non-violent means to return to democracy.

Eventually, the fascists go after everyone in every group. Then they come to a terrible end once they've destroyed their county. History shows us this is true.

Why wait around and watch?

[LeftInTX]

4. Ugh...Trump just named a corridor for himself in Armenia!

I am eligible for Armenian citizenship.



A key component of the peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan, brokered by the United States and signed at the White House on August 8, 2025, is the creation of a transit corridor through Armenia that will be named the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity


I'm so sick of this shit!!!

[58Sunliner]

8. Looking at options, a lot to consider, tax implication, visa, residency requirements, etc...

I am thinking of renting, but renting can be difficult depending on the country you go to since you are not a native. Also not dumping my pets. They are leaving too.

[WestMichRad]

2. More than one of the above here.

Can’t rely on just one method to get the job done!

[LeftInTX]

5. Right now, things like this keep me sane!

[58Sunliner]

6. That gave me a good laugh!! I have never seen those before.

[LeftInTX]

7. Me neither

[Bread and Circuses]

3. I am here for the duration for this multi-generational resistance.

It is tough, I can’t process the daily assaults on our liberties. I have a small group of activists and we connect with the larger groups for the rallies, etc. I am volunteering in the Labor Day nationwide event.

We write letters, emails, etc. We promote the efforts to save our constitution. We also tend to our wellbeing and health because this will take 50 to 100 years or longer. I do take gummies at night for relaxation and sleep.

But, I can’t roll up and hide. My family escaped the horrors of fascism to provide an opportunity for me. I must do this for my kids and grandson. I’m using common sense and building a community of support. Find a small local group ! it matters.

Don’t despair ! It is horrific and it will get worse. I pick myself up everyday and do what I can.

Very important to send positive intentions to everyone. We may not have anything else to spread our highest aspirations.
We are doing the rallies and work for Ourselves, to show up for one another on the sidewalks . I don’t expect Republican voters to open their minds or hearts.

* May all beings be surrounded by Loving-Kindness.

[somsai]

9. Vote, it's how our system is set up

When the person I vote for loses, it's not the end of the world. Maybe we could support more different kinds of people and win the vote next time. Big tent and all.

[LeftInTX]

10. Of course. And in 2026, there will be those who change their minds.

We don't need "magic formulas", we just need a simple message and keep on keeping on.

[CTyankee]

11. Consider moving to a blue state that is amenable with your needs.

I found a way to get out of Texas via college in Pittsburgh (Carnegie Mellon), then NYC and so on. Now I am in CT and loving it. I am old now and will die here.

[SomewhereInTheMiddle]

15. Similar background ...

I was born and raised in TX. Left and headed north after grad school. Lived and taught in CT for a few years - my son is finishing his PhD at UCONN. I now work for CMU, but in Rwanda. Still own a house in PA.

Was in Kigali for the 2024 election. Had to work hard to get our votes counted as the Embassy here was shut down during the election due to a local epidemic (not COVID). Ended up airmailing our ballots to PA to vote and got confirmation they had been counted before election day.

So, I did not leave the country because of the election, but I am glad not to be there for the aftermath.

[electric_blue68]

12. A mix. Escapism. DU news & fun. Calls to officials.

[malaise]

13. Add voluntary on line classes

for kids in need

[CTyankee]

14. I left the state of Texas for the northeastern states. First college, then first marriage and kids, then divorce, then

remarriage and I stayed in the NE and for the past 30 years in CT, which I LOVE.